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76ers’ Paul George admits seeing a lot of himself in Wizards rookie

Paul George has taken little time to settle down for the Philadelphia 76ers post his 25-game suspension, most recently starring in the 153-131 victory over the Washington Wizards. PG13 finished with 39 points, six assists and five rebounds off 15-22 shooting and was once again elite on both ends of the court. However, speaking post-game, […] The post 76ers’ Paul George admits seeing a lot of himself in Wizards rookie appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Dodgers make impressive Japanese history after Yoshinobu Yamamoto start

The Los Angeles Dodgers started their third consecutive game with a Japanese-born pitcher on Wednesday night, making Major League Baseball history. The streak began Monday with Roki Sasaki, continued Tuesday with Shohei Ohtani, and reached its apex tonight with Yoshinobu Yamamoto on the mound against the Cleveland Guardians in a 4-1 loss. Yamamoto threw six […] The post Dodgers make impressive Japanese history after Yoshinobu Yamamoto start appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Guardians starter Gavin Williams’ gem puts him in exclusive club of Dodger dominance

Cleveland Guardians right-hander Gavin Williams was nearly untouchable on Wednesday night, leading a 4-1 win over the Dodgers to clinch the series at Dodger Stadium. Williams struck out 10 batters over seven scoreless innings, allowing only two hits, both singles to Andy Pages, and three walks while throwing 85 pitches. He induced 16 swings and […] The post Guardians starter Gavin Williams’ gem puts him in exclusive club of Dodger dominance appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Sky make intriguing draft pick trades with Fire, Tempo

The Chicago Sky have reached agreements with expansion teams Portland Fire and Toronto Tempo ahead of Friday’s Expansion Draft, the team announced Wednesday. Chicago agreed to swap its No. 17 overall pick in the 2026 WNBA Draft for Portland’s No. 21 selection. In a separate deal, the Sky sent the No. 26 overall pick, originally […] The post Sky make intriguing draft pick trades with Fire, Tempo appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Dave Roberts vows to get Dodgers in the groove after losing Guardians series

The Los Angeles Dodgers’ chase of the ever-elusive three-peat hit an unexpected snag to start the year. After sweeping the Arizona Diamondbacks in their first series of the year, LA came into their next series against the Cleveland Guardians with high hopes. It felt like Los Angeles was starting to find their groove to start […] The post Dave Roberts vows to get Dodgers in the groove after losing Guardians series appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Canadiens starting defenseman out 2-4 weeks with upper-body injury

The Montreal Canadiens on Tuesday announced that defenseman Alexandre Carrier will miss two to four weeks with an upper-body injury. Carrier, who joined Montreal in a midseason trade from the Nashville Predators last season, has played in all 77 games during the 2025-26 season, putting up a 7-15–22 scoring line with a +2 rating. The […] The post Canadiens starting defenseman out 2-4 weeks with upper-body injury appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Kendrick Perkins reveals he spent his entire career in NBA drug program

Many have expressed their concern for NBA guard Jaden Ivey amid his erratic behavior. He is currently without a team after he was waived by the Chicago Bulls on Monday, citing “conduct detrimental to the team.” Ivey has been espousing his religious beliefs and dragging several players into his online rants, including Minnesota Timberwolves guard […] The post Kendrick Perkins reveals he spent his entire career in NBA drug program appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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UConn women’s basketball star Sarah Strong wins Naismith POY Award

UConn sophomore forward Sarah Strong was named the 2025-26 Naismith Women’s College Player of the Year on Wednesday, a fitting recognition after helping the No. 1-ranked Huskies attain an undefeated 38-0 record heading into the Final Four. The Naismith Trophy, awarded annually by the Atlanta Tipoff Club, recognizes the most outstanding player in women’s college […] The post UConn women’s basketball star Sarah Strong wins Naismith POY Award appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Yankees manager Aaron Boone drops 8-word truth bomb on New York’s dominant pitching

The New York Yankees have opened the 2026 season with a clear identity on the mound, as their pitching staff has driven their early 2026 success. Manager Aaron Boone’s postgame reaction reflected this reality, as his brief comment captured the impact of a group performing at an elite level. The club has opened the 2026 […] The post Yankees manager Aaron Boone drops 8-word truth bomb on New York’s dominant pitching appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Royals’ Carlos Estevez hits 15-day IL with foot injury

The Kansas City Royals have placed closer Carlos Estevez on the 15-day injured list with a left foot contusion, retroactive to March 29, following an injury sustained during his season debut against the Atlanta Braves, the team announced Wednesday. Michael Harris II’s 103.5 mph comebacker struck the right-hander just below the ankle in the ninth […] The post Royals’ Carlos Estevez hits 15-day IL with foot injury appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Michael Malone tabs Thunder’s Shai Gilgeous-Alexander as MVP over Nuggets’ Nikola Jokic

It looks like the MVP race is winding down to another tight finish. Many believe that it has become a five-man battle between Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic, Los Angeles Lakers guard Luka Doncic, San Antonio Spurs center Victor Wembanyama, and Boston Celtics guard Jaylen Brown. Each star has […] The post Michael Malone tabs Thunder’s Shai Gilgeous-Alexander as MVP over Nuggets’ Nikola Jokic appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Storm’s Nika Muhl undergoes successful ACL surgery

Seattle Storm point guard Nika Muhl will miss the entire 2026 season after the team on Wednesday confirmed she underwent successful surgery Tuesday to repair a torn ACL and meniscus in her right knee. The injury occurred on March 11 while she was representing Croatia in the FIBA Women’s EuroBasket Qualifiers. This is the second […] The post Storm’s Nika Muhl undergoes successful ACL surgery appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Kings’ Trevor Moore gets ‘dangerous’ praise after OT winner vs. Blues

Trevor Moore and the Los Angeles Kings picked up a huge win on Wednesday over the St. Louis Blues. The Kings are in contention for the Stanley Cup Playoffs. And this win brought Los Angeles into sole possession of the final Wild Card spot in the West with eight games remaining. The Kings and Blues […] The post Kings’ Trevor Moore gets ‘dangerous’ praise after OT winner vs. Blues appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Blues’ Robert Thomas drops ‘disappointing’ message after Kings loss

The St. Louis Blues are in contention for the Stanley Cup Playoffs following a brutal start to the season. However, they need all the points they can get from their few remaining games. Robert Thomas and his teammates played a direct postseason rival in the Los Angeles Kings on Wednesday night. Unfortunately, results did not […] The post Blues’ Robert Thomas drops ‘disappointing’ message after Kings loss appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Spurs’ Victor Wembanyama bluntly shuts down lack of playoff experience talk

Victor Wembanyama and the San Antonio Spurs rolled to their 10th straight victory after walloping the Golden State Warriors, 127-113, at Chase Center on Wednesday. For the second consecutive game, Wembanyama tallied 41 points to carry the Spurs. He added 18 rebounds, three assists, and three blocks, while shooting 16-of-22 from the field. San Antonio […] The post Spurs’ Victor Wembanyama bluntly shuts down lack of playoff experience talk appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Padres’ Ramon Laureano is keeping it extra simple after lineup promotion

The San Diego Padres are seeing Ramon Laureano emerge as a key contributor, with his production and approach standing out early in the season. Following a recent move up in the lineup, Laureano delivered in a win over the San Francisco Giants while maintaining a simple, focused mindset at the plate. The Padres defeated San […] The post Padres’ Ramon Laureano is keeping it extra simple after lineup promotion appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Cardinals’ Masyn Winn in car accident after walkoff win vs. Mets

St. Louis Cardinals shortstop Masyn Winn was reportedly involved in a car accident just after he helped the Cardinals secure a 2-1 win over the New York Mets on Wednesday. Winn did not suffer any serious injuries, according to Alex Barton of Fox 2 Now. The single-car accident happened on Interstate 64 and is said […] The post Cardinals’ Masyn Winn in car accident after walkoff win vs. Mets appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Thunder’s dream seeding, matchup scenarios for 2026 NBA Playoffs

The Oklahoma City Thunder remain the favorite to win the 2026 NBA championship. They have the likely winner of the 2026 NBA MVP award in Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, and their roster is getting a cleaner bill of health with each passing day. That is the only uncertain part of the Thunder’s title defense, as a few […] The post Thunder’s dream seeding, matchup scenarios for 2026 NBA Playoffs appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Dodgers ace Yoshinobu Yamamoto shares honest self-assessment after Guardians loss

The Los Angeles Dodgers saw Yoshinobu Yamamoto deliver a solid outing vs. the Cleveland Guardians, even as the offense struggled to provide run support. While the result did not favor Los Angeles, Yamamoto’s performance reflected control and efficiency on the mound. The Dodgers fell 4–1 on Wednesday night at Chavez Ravine, with Yamamoto taking the […] The post Dodgers ace Yoshinobu Yamamoto shares honest self-assessment after Guardians loss appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Rockets’ Reed Sheppard one triple shy of franchise record in win over Bucks

Reed Sheppard made the three-point line his office on Wednesday as he carried the Houston Rockets past the Milwaukee Bucks, 119-113, at Toyota Center. Sheppard kept the Rockets afloat throughout the contest with his hot shooting from long distance. He finished with 27 points on a career-high nine three-pointers on top of four rebounds, six […] The post Rockets’ Reed Sheppard one triple shy of franchise record in win over Bucks appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Sharks’ Macklin Celebrini opens up on ‘exciting’ playoff push after 4-point game

The San Jose Sharks are heating up right before the Stanley Cup Playoffs. Macklin Celebrini’s unbelievable sophomore season has given the young Sharks a chance at postseason hockey. And on Wednesday night, he continued his effort to will San Jose into a playoff spot. Celebrini and his teammates took on a formidable opponent in the […] The post Sharks’ Macklin Celebrini opens up on ‘exciting’ playoff push after 4-point game appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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2 reasons Illinois has the advantage over UConn in Final Four showdown

The Final Four is here and four of the best teams in college basketball are heading to Indianapolis to compete for a national championship. On one side of the bracket, the top seeds took care of business and now Arizona and Michigan will stage a heavyweight clash on Saturday night for a spot in the […] The post 2 reasons Illinois has the advantage over UConn in Final Four showdown appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Heat’s Erik Spoelstra sees bright side in historically bad early struggles vs. Celtics

MIAMI –  With the Miami Heat led by stars Bam Adebayo and Tyler Herro, as they try to avoid the play-in tournament for a fourth straight season, the team didn’t do itself any favors with the blowout 147-129 loss to the Boston Celtics. As the Heat prepare hopefully for the 2026 NBA Playoffs, the team […] The post Heat’s Erik Spoelstra sees bright side in historically bad early struggles vs. Celtics appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Phillies superstar Bryce Harper on crushing first home run of 2026, breaking early slump

Bryce Harper’s momentum-shifting home run marked a pivotal moment in the Philadelphia Phillies’ comeback victory over the Washington Nationals on Wednesday. After a slow start to the 2026 season, Harper provided a much-needed spark, energizing both the lineup and the crowd at Citizens Bank Park. The 33-year-old slugger’s at-bats leading up to the moment reflected […] The post Phillies superstar Bryce Harper on crushing first home run of 2026, breaking early slump appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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